OIS-FY26- Palo Alto Network Services (1145993)

In an MBE set-aside solicitation, only those bidders/suppliers with an active MBE certification at the time the solicitation closes can submit a response

SRC0000036462

1/30/2026 6:30:00 PM

Purchase equipment for the State Office Tower floors for a wireless network that allows user to go straight to the Internet for use with phones and as a backup to the JFS production network while using VPN services. New windows were installed in the State Office Tower that are designed to limit or stop RF frequencies from passing through. This has limited the ability of State provided cell phones, mobile devices, and BYOD (bring your own device) to work seamlessly. JFS security requires MFA (multi factor authentication) for access to the JFS network, which primarily relies on the State provided cell phones, mobile devices, or BYOD to work for the second authentication piece. This solution will enable those users that utilize BYOD the ability to perform those functions by connecting their BYOD device to wireless network hardware that is being purchased.

1	Hardware support	Palo Alto	PAN-SVC-PREM-410-5YR	Palo Alto Networks Premium Support - extended service agreement - 5 years -
1	Firewall	Palo Alto	PAN-PA-410	Palo Alto Networks PA-410 - security appliance
1	Software support/services	Palo Alto	PAN-PA-410-BND-PRECISIONAI-5YR	PALO ALTO PA-410 PREC AI BDL 5Y

This is an MBE set aside solicitation geared toward leveraging a DAS contract for MBE STS suppliers. Non-MBE quotes will be rejected. In addition, if JFS receives a minimum of three (3) MBE STS quotes, then JFS will seek to award the quote based on the lowest responsive and responsible MBE STS bidder. Non-STS quotes will not be considered if a minimum of three (3) MBE STS quotes are submitted. Quoted STS pricing must be at or lower than current STS pricing.
1.Quote provided on Company Letterhead and must contain contact name, business phone number(s) and e-mail address
2.Quotes must be valid for 90 days from the ODJFS quote request end date.

3.MBE vendors are required to provide their Certified Ohio MBE vendor number and the expiration date of their MBE Certification on the quote.

4.MBE vendors who are an STS or MMA vendor must include the vendor Contract Number on the quote (if applicable) .

5.Quote from your active/current STS or MMA (if applicable), include the STS or MMA item number (if applicable) , description and the associated reduced price on the quote.

6.Quantity and unit price for each line item value must be included, even if item cost is $0.00.

7. Vendor must have funding available to fulfill the order in its’ entirety.

Quick Quote - Ohio Certified MBE Suppliers Only

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is requesting quotes from an Ohio Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) supplier who is currently doing business on an Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) contract.

How to Submit Your Quote

Your quote must include:

Quotes without a DAS contract number may be disqualified.

Quotes from non-MBE suppliers will not be accepted.

Submitting a quote does not guarantee an award.

Award Criteria

ODJFS will award to the lowest responsive and responsible MBE supplier.